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Meaning of Napier's bones | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A set of numbered rods used for multiplication and division (see the Wikipedia article for a fuller explanation).

plural, plural-only

Equivalents

Deutsch Napiersche Rechenstäbchen
Español ábaco neperiano
Português ossos de Napier
Русский не́перовы па́лочки па́лочки Не́пера

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

Napier's constant Napier's rods Napierala Napierian logarithm Napierite Napierville

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